A key House Republican is sounding the alarm that President Trump may have no choice but to put American boots on the ground in Iran, as the Islamic regime continues its reign of terror against both its own people and regional allies.
Rep. Pat Fallon (R-TX), who chairs the House Armed Services Military Personnel subcommittee and served as an Air Force officer, made the stark prediction Monday on Fox Business Network's "Mornings with Maria." The Texas congressman didn't mince words about what he sees coming.
"I just don't see any other way," Fallon declared, explaining his belief that "American special operators on the ground" in Iran may be inevitable. His reasoning? The Iranian people themselves are ready for regime change.
"80% of Iranians hate this regime," Fallon noted, suggesting that ground forces could help liberate a population that's been brutalized by the mullahs for decades. Social media quickly picked up on his comments, with posts highlighting how the congressman believes Iranian civilians would welcome American intervention.
"JUST IN: US Rep. Pat Fallon says ground troops are coming to Iran, citing 80% of Iranians hating the regime," posted @Iran_Comentry on social media.
This isn't some warmongering politician looking for a fight - this is a military veteran who understands the stakes. Fallon's assessment comes as the Trump administration continues to face Iranian aggression through their terrorist proxies across the Middle East.
The question isn't whether Iran deserves consequences for decades of terrorism and oppression. The question is whether Trump will have the courage to do what previous administrations refused to do - actually liberate the Iranian people from their Islamic prison.
Patriots know Trump doesn't want endless wars, but he also won't let Iran continue threatening American lives and interests. Sometimes the only way to prevent a bigger war is to end a threat decisively.
Are we watching the beginning of the end for the Iranian regime? The mullahs better hope Trump finds another way - because when this President draws a red line, he means it.